Style Spy: At The Races

ADITI MODY

23, Business developer and film-maker

“My personal style is all about comfort. Urban Outfitters is my go-to brand, and   never get tired of rare vintage finds, which I prefer to designer labels. In the stands, you’d see me in a conservative summer dress paired with a headband; I’m not really one for hats.”

Silk dress, leather clutch; both Gucci. Suede sandals with acrylic heels, Charles & Keith. Embellished headband, Accessorize. Pearl earrings, metal and stone ring; both her own 

Styling: Daniel Franklin; Make-up and hair: Sonam Chandna

ANGELIQUE RAINA

23, Fashion consultant

“My personal style veers towards classic and timeless – I love a Dita Von Teese-inspired look. A form-fitting dress and sophisticated fascinator spell perfection. A slimming pencil silhouette with a peek of feminine sheer is a fail-safe confidence-booster.”

Silk and net dress, Gucci. Canvas wedges, metal earrings; both Aldo. Satin fascinator with net veil, Miss Jo.

Styling: Apoorva Gairola; Make-up and Hair: Sonam Kapoor

ARNAZ UNWALA

23, Fashion designer

“I live in tights or jeans with a loose tee thrown on top. But the races are for jaw-dropping fashion statements – a place where I can make the most of my fascinator collection. My most prized headpieces are all spontaneous London buys – heaven for collectors.”

Off-shoulder cotton and lace dress, Diane von Furstenberg. Leather pumps, Christian Louboutin. Printed hat with feather detailing, Christiane. Metal bracelet, Asos.com. Metal ring, Eina Ahluwalia. Leather clutch, Alexander McQueen

Styling: Akanksha Kamath; Make-up and hair: Sunita Brace

TIARA DHODY

18, Student

“For me, it’s always about standing out, so you’ll never catch me without my towering stilettos. And I’m addicted to Topshop. At the races, I’d wear a printed skirt suit – prim but cool. For accessories, I like to overdose on bracelets and evening bags.”

Cotton blouse, silk skirt suit; both Zara. Leather ankle-strap pumps, Aldo. Tweed bag, Dior. Metal watch, metal and beaded bracelets; her own

Stying: Daniel Franklin; Make-up and hair: Sonam Chandna

GAYATRI LALVANI

26, PR consultant

“I live in shirts and trousers – Zara and Joseph are perennial favourites – finished off with comfy ballet flats. For the derby, I’d pick a boxy jumpsuit in a bold print. A hint of sheer and a pretty hair accessory add the femininity I always look for.”

Silk and sheer jumpsuit, Erdem at Le Mill. Suede stilettos, Charles & Keith. Metal hoop earrings, Accessorize

Styling: Akanksha Kamath; Make-up and hair: Sunita Brace; Location courtesy Neel at Tote on the Turf, Mumbai

DIPIKA ISRANI

25, Entrepreneur and PR consultant

“I’m a big jewellery buff – Outhouse and Wanderlust are usually my favourites for layering, and you’ll find me in easy maxis every day. I love a little flounce in everything I wear: a graphic skater skirt with a deconstructed shirt and a subtle(ish) fascinator get me all set.”

Chiffon blouse, Sanchita. Embroidered georgette skater skirt, Morphe by Shenali Sema. Leather pumps, JimmyChoo. Net and feather fascinator, TheSource. Metal earrings, metal necklace (worn on hand); both Eina Ahluwalia

Styling: Akanksha Kamath; Make-up and Hair: Sunita Brace